Deputy Director, Registration & Licensing

Role Overview

The Deputy Director, Registration & Licensing at the Kenya Engineering Technology Registration Board (KETRB) is a senior management position responsible for the strategic implementation and oversight of registration and licensing processes for engineering technology professionals and firms in Kenya. The role ensures compliance with the Engineering Technology Act and maintains the integrity of professional standards through robust policy implementation and information management.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Developing, reviewing, and implementing engineering technology registration and licensing policies, strategies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Developing and reviewing registration and licensing instruments and tools.
• Coordinating the registration of eligible persons and firms.
• Spearheading the maintenance of the professional register.
• Designing, developing, and maintaining registration and licensing information management systems.
• Facilitating the gazettement of registered engineering technology professionals.
• Facilitating the issuance of licenses to qualified persons.
• Assessing, approving, or rejecting engineering technology qualifications of foreign persons intending to offer engineering technology professional services or works in Kenya.
• Cancelling, revoking, and withdrawing registration and licenses due to conviction of an offence, gross misconduct, bankruptcy, and other considerations.

Compensation and Benefits

• Basic Salary: Ksh. 180,916 – 249,375 p.m.
• House Allowance: Ksh. 45,000 p.m.
• Commuter Allowance: Ksh. 14,000 p.m.

Job Specifications and Qualifications

• Must have served cumulatively for fifteen (15) years, with at least three (3) years in a management position.
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering Technology (Mechanical, Building Technology, Civil, Electrical and Electronics, Education Technology, Agricultural Engineering) or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
• A Master’s Degree in a relevant field.
• Completion of a Leadership course lasting at least four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.
• Registered with the Kenya Engineering Technology Registration Board (KETRB) as a Professional Engineering Technologist.
• Possession of a valid annual practicing license from KETRB.
• Full compliance with the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution regarding Leadership and Integrity.
• Proficiency in computer applications.

How to Apply

Interested applicants should visit the Board website at www.ketrb.go.ke for detailed application information. Applications must be submitted in both soft and hard copies.

Hard Copy Submission: Applications must be sealed, clearly marked "Confidential", and indicate the Job Vacancy number. Address to: Registrar / Chief Executive Officer Kenya Engineering Technology Registration Board P.O BOX 5901 – 00200 NAIROBI OR hand-delivered to the 11th floor, Room No 3, National Bank Building, Harambee Ave. Nairobi.

Soft Copy Submission: Submit via the link provided on the Board's website. Include an up-to-date CV, certified academic/professional certificates, National ID/Passport, and testimonials.

Applications must reach the Board not later than 5.00 p.m. (EAT) on 14th April, 2026.